How to beat stress, build resilience and the lowdown on collagen with Dr Sam Akbar

The Wellness Scoop

Health & Fitness, Society & Culture, Mental Health

4.7 • 4.9K Ratings

🗓️ 13 September 2022

⏱️ 56 minutes

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I’m joined by clinical psychologist, trauma expert and author, Dr Sam Akbar. From understanding how your brain works and challenging your thought-processes to having more self-compassion, Sam’s work centres around providing sensitive and realistic guidance and tools to feel calmer, less stressed, and more resilient to life challenges. We discuss: How to find psychological flourishing Why your thoughts are not the boss of you How to change your relationship with your thoughts Exercises to cultivate self-awareness How to beat stress & build resilience The importance of living life in line your values Each week I unpack a wellness trend with GP Gemma Newman. This week on Fact or Fad we’re looking at collagen supplements. More about Sam: ‘Stressilient: How to Build Stree and Build Resilience’ https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/0008448043/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_dl_AF3DXW7323ERQZ4G7XN7 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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